Grant Park Sewer Repair: Construction Update (6/19/2014)

Subject: Grant Park Sewer Repair: Construction Update (6/19/2014)

Date: June 19, 2014 at 2:06:08 PM PDT

Grant Park Sewer Repair Project

Construction Update

Construction is beginning on the Grant Park Sewer Repair Project to replace or repair about 11,500 feet of public sewer pipes that are between 89 and 104 years old and failing due to age. This project will increase sewer capacity and reduce the risks of street flooding and sewage releases to homes, businesses and streets. Construction should be complete by March 2015.

 

Construction to Start on NE US Grant Place and NE Broadway

The city selected Landis & Landis Construction as the project contractor and work crews will start preparing for construction as early as this week. Keep in mind schedules are always subject to changes due to weather, supply availability, or other issues.

 

Construction Schedule Through June

• Work crews will inspect pipes throughout the neighborhood, set up traffic controls and prepare for bypass pumping on NE US Grant Place and then on NE Broadway.
• Sewer construction will begin on US Grant Place west of NE 33rd Avenue. The street will close to through traffic during daytime construction hours. The contractor will maintain local access but residents may experience delays.
• There will be overnight construction on NE Broadway at NE 33rd Avenue for about a week and a half. Nighttime construction will allow the contractor to complete the work more quickly and minimize traffic impacts. The contractor will post signs announcing the dates of nighttime construction when the schedule is completed. Overnight work hours will be 8:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Monday through Saturday. During night work, traffic may be detoured to I-84 westbound and to 33rd Avenue southbound.

Upcoming Work

• After repairs at NE Broadway and NE 33rd are complete, work on NE Broadway will move west toward NE 27th Avenue, with work hours from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday. The work will delay traffic on NE Broadway, but there will be one lane in each direction at all times and two lanes in each direction by the afternoon commute. Work on NE Broadway should be complete by September. There will be intersection closures at NE 32nd, 30th and 28th avenues. The closures will not occur at the same time. Watch for signs.
• ​The contractor is scheduling work on residential streets. Sign up to receive email construction updates (see below).

What to Expect During Construction

• Work hours are 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, but the contractor may schedule work during the same hours on Saturdays. There will be night work on NE Broadway at 33rd Avenue.
• Construction will create noise, vibration and dust and will disrupt normal neighborhood activity.
• Traffic control signs will be set up, and flaggers may direct traffic on higher-volume streets.
• On-street parking in or near active work areas is prohibited during construction hours. Please plan to move your vehicle by 7:00 a.m. in work zones.
• Equipment and materials may be stored on nearby streets overnight.
• There may be periods of inactivity between construction phases.
• A city inspector will be on-site during work hours and may be able to assist you with construction concerns. Inspectors typically wear a green safety vest with "City of Portland" across the back and a hard hat.
• Please stay clear of all construction activities and keep children and pets out of construction areas.
• You should receive a doorhanger notice a few days before work starts on your street.

For More Information

• To receive project updates by email, send an email to Kristen@jla.us.com with "Grant Park" in the subject line.
• Go to www.portlandoregon.gov/bes/GrantPark for more information and to see a map of the area. 

Thank you in advance for your cooperation during this project. Please let us know if you have concerns such as business operations, disability issues, or medical or business deliveries. As always, we'll strive to provide quick response to your concerns, minimal disruption near your residence or business, and open and clear communication with you throughout the project.

 Kristen Kibler

Community Outreach

JLA Public Involvement on behalf of City of Portland Environmental Services

Phone: 503-235-5881 x106

Email: kristen@jla.us.com

www.portlandoregon.gov/bes/GrantPark